What do you use a Grader for?

What do you use a mid mount Grader for?

A Grader is a piece of machinery that’s usually used in roading or by anyone who wants to prepare, repair or maintain a road, track or level surface i.e. in a car park or yard.

If you work in roading you might find that a Grader is a permanent part of the machinery you use on the job. If you need to periodically create or maintain tracks or roads then you may choose to hire a Grader from an equipment hire company like Allways Hire who are based in Hawke’s Bay.

Graders fall into 2 main categories – Heavy Machinery Motor Graders are used in roading and are large, long machines that are designed to be efficient in large scale roading jobs. These Graders are harder to manoeuvre and require an experienced operator to get good results.

Heavy Machinery Motor Graders are used in roading

The other main category of Grader is often referred to as a mid mount or tractor Grader. These smaller Graders do a great job of small to mid-scale roading tasks like new development roading, car parking and track building. As well as being a handy machine for roading they are also favoured in construction.

This article will focus on mid mount Graders – how they work, what features are important and what you need to know to get the most out of hiring or buying one.

What does a mid mount Grader do?

A mid mount Grader makes it possible to shape and angle the surface of a road or track to create a smooth driving surface. The correct angle on the surface of the road will also ensure that water correctly runs off the road surface, preventing potholes and reducing the cost of maintenance in the future.

Graders are used for levelling to create a smooth surface and provide the finishing touches to road forming.

Graders are used for levelling to create a smooth surface for road forming and more.

What features are important in a Tractor Grader?Graders come in different sizes, allowing you to match the right size of Grader to the job you have on hand. Whether you’re hiring or purchasing a Tractor Grader there are 5 key features that it’s important to look out for.

1. Good visibility
2. Easy to operate
3. Easy to manoeuvre
4. The right blade angle
5. Reliability

Is your Grader easy to operate?

Operating a Grader can be a complex task but mid mount Graders are easier to operate than Motor Graders. If you’re operating a mid mount Grader, it should only take a small amount of training to quickly get you or a member of your team delivering good results.

If you’re hiring or buying a Grader it’s a good idea to look out for a machine with easy to operate controls. To be able to position the grader blade effectively you need to have good visibility of what’s happening so you can adjust the blade quickly and easily and get material flowing across the width of the mouldboard.

Hire the Master Grader and experience how easy it is to operate. Ample angle adjustment makes it more straightforward for the operator to position the blade where he needs it. The view from the operator’s seat is clear, and operators benefit from simplified blade controls including a single height adjustment lever that maintains the slope angle you have set for the blade.

The Master Grader splits individual functions into separate levers that can be used on their own or together. This makes it easier to achieve the right blade height and angle while operating the machine.

Is your Grader easy to manoeuvre?

While Motor Graders can be cumbersome and challenging to steer, mid mount or Tractor Graders tend to be easier to manoeuvre. Tractor Graders are ideal for smaller grading jobs such as residential subdivisions, carparks, and metal tracks on farms.

If you’re planning to hire or buy a new Grader, make sure you put it through its paces first. Testing that it’s easy to manoeuvre will help you to be confident about the results you will be able to achieve with it in future.

The Master Grader is as manoeuvrable as the average tractor while giving you all the advantage of being user friendly and great for levelling. Ready to hire? Visit our website for more details.

Does your Grader have the right blade angle?

The right blade angle promotes the flow of material along the blade and makes the job of smoothing the road surface a lot easier. Look for a Grader with an angle of 30 degrees or more for the best results.

The Master Grader has a great blade angle for material to flow across the blade without flowing out over the leading edge.

Do I need a special licence or training to operate a grader?

If you’re hiring or buying a Grader your dealer or service agent will be able to confirm exactly what licence and training you need. You can operate a Grader with a standard driving licence . Depending on how easy the Grader is to operate you may need to get some experience or special training to get the results you need. It’s a good idea to check NZTA to see whether you need to have a Wheels, Tracks and Rollers endorsement.

Alternatively look for a Grader like the Master Grader that’s been designed to be easier to operate so you can manage it without needing previous grading experience. As with all tasks, the more experience you have operating a Grader, the better the results you can expect.

Want to hire the Master Grader but haven’t used it before? Just ask the Allways Hire team to show you how it works. Find out more or book your hire today.

Master Grader has been designed to be easier to operate so you can manage it without needing previous grading experience.

How do you transport a Grader?

A Grader needs to be transported on a Transporter Truck or can be driven down the road.

Where can I hire a Grader in New Zealand?

The Master Grader is available to hire in the Hawke’s Bay district from Allways Hire. If you would like to find out more about the Master Grader; you’ll find lots of information on our website, including case studies from customers who think it’s an essential piece of equipment.

To hire a Master Grader you can contact our team. The team at Allways Hire can also help you find your nearest hire depot if you’re outside Hawke’s Bay, or you can ask about national hire options.